AUS vs SA: 5-star Lungi Ngidi extends South Africa's dream run over Australia in bilateral ODIs, Proteas take 2-0 lead

South Africa rode on Lungi Ngidi's five-wicket haul to beat Australia by 84 runs in the second ODI against Australia on Friday and extend their dream run over their opponents in 50-over cricket. With this win, South Africa not only sealed the three-match series, but also won their fifth consecutive ODI series win over Australia. The Proteas had won the first game by 98 runs. 

South Africa's streak started in 2016, followed by ODI series wins in 2018, 2019, 2023 and 2025. Before the ODI series, South Africa had lost the T20I series 1-2 against Australia.